Functional Quality Specialist I Job Opening at Fortrea – (QA/PV) / 6 days ago


The Functional Quality Specialist I will ensure high-quality service delivery to internal and external clients while adhering to safety regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations 1989, and EC Directives 1992/3. The role involves quality review, compliance monitoring, and process improvement in pharmacovigilance and safety reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct quality reviews of assigned cases and compile quality metrics.
  • Assist in client quality reviews and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
  • Review safety reports for regulatory submissions (e.g., PSURs, PADERs, Clinical Study Reports).
  • Manage expedited adverse event reports, product complaints, and medical information queries.
  • Support audit readiness and regulatory inspections.
  • Develop Quality Management Plans and track training schedules for new hires.
  • Analyze data to identify process improvements and ensure compliance with GCP, GVP, and ICH guidelines.
  • Handle medical information queries via phone, email, or fax.
  • Guide safety associates in call intake and documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Required:

  • Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Nursing, or related fields.
  • Experience: 2+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech/CRO industry, with exposure to Pharmacovigilance, Safety Writing, or Quality Review.
  • Knowledge:
    • Medical & drug terminology
    • GCP, GVP, ICH Guidelines
    • EU & FDA regulatory requirements
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in quality metrics & trend analysis.
  • Knowledge of Medical Device Reporting (MDR).
  • Experience in CAPA management.

Work Environment

  • Hybrid/Remote options available.
  • 10% travel may be required.

How to Apply

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